Mountain birding habitat

Lory State Park

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
MountainForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Lory State Park is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Northern Flicker, Merlin, and Common Raven among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

5/31/2026Fossil Creek Reservoir, Fort Collins US-CO 40.48393, -105.016171 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/31/2026Lory SP2 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

5/31/2026Lory SP--Well Gulch Nature Trail1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Riverbend Ponds Natural Area1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

5/30/2026Riverbend Ponds Natural Area1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

5/30/2026Riverbend Ponds Natural Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

85/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/31/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Barn Swallow

25/31/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/31/2026

Chipping Sparrow

25/31/2026

Spotted Towhee

25/31/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

25/31/2026

Western Meadowlark

35/31/2026

Lazuli Bunting

15/31/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

15/30/2026

White-throated Swift

25/30/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

15/30/2026

California Gull

25/30/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Northern Flicker

15/30/2026

Peregrine Falcon

15/30/2026

Western Kingbird

15/30/2026

Plumbeous Vireo

15/30/2026

Western Warbling Vireo

25/30/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.

  2. 2

    Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.

  3. 3

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lory State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lory State Park for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lory State Park?
Notable species at Lory State Park include Northern Flicker, Merlin, Common Raven, Pygmy Nuthatch, Red-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports mountain, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lory State Park?
Birding at Lory State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lory State Park?
Lory State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.